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PO Box 126 HAMPTON PARK 3976 Web: www.kilberryps.vic.edu.au Phone: 9702 8688
Term 1— Issue 1
6th February 2019
Dear Parents, Welcome Back
I trust you have all had a wonderful break over the Christmas period and are looking forward to 2019 with a lot of excitement. Our staff have been working very hard to ensure we start 2019 in the best manner possible. We will commence the year with an enrolment of 656.
We obviously have our new Prep students starting and we welcome them and their families, but also welcome any new students to our great school. We hope you have a great start to your time at Kilberry and have been made to feel very welcome already. Staffing News We welcome our new staff member Yan Cheung (computer technician) to Kilberry Valley and I know you will make yourself known to her and make Yan feel welcome. 2019 Student Leaders In the final week of 2018 we announced the new student leaders for 2019. Below is a table showing you the successful candidates in these important roles. I congratulate all of them and look forward to working with them for the betterment of Kilberry Valley Primary School this year.
School Leaders 2019
* Wednesday
13th Feb Grade 6
Briars Outdoor Education Camp
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Thursday 14th Feb Grade 6
Briars Outdoor Education Camp
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Friday 15th Feb Grade 6
Briars Outdoor Education Camp
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Thursday 21st Feb
‘Getting to know you interviews’
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Friday 22nd Feb
Curriculum Day NO STUDENTS
ATTEND
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School Captains
Dhiren
WEERAWARDANE Year 6 / 6A
Raveen
WIJJARUPAGE Year 6 / 6C
Fiona MA Year 6 / 6D
Casey LUMM Year 6 / 6D
We will inform you when the badge presentation assembly will occur. School Uniform Expectations It is tremendous to see the students have begun the school year so well by wearing their full uniform. I remind you that students should have their hats at school for term one and part of term two. The Uniform Policy also states no nail polish or jewellery is to be worn apart from watches or certain earrings (studs and sleepers only). If your child wears a turban or hijab, I would also ask you to ensure it is plain without any jewels or tassels and is the colour of the uniform – either maroon, light blue or white. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
House Lindsay Merrigan Kettner Van Wisse
Captain
Amber ARIDI Year 6 / 6D
Ella LARCHE Year 6 / 6C
Roopneet KAUR Year 6 / 6B
Chantella VAN ROOYEN Year 6 / 6C
Captain
Micah ALMEIDA Year 6 / 6C
Kye GARDNER Year 6 / 6C
Jackson BROWN
Year 6 / 6A
Sandev PERERA Year 6 / 6C
Vice Captain
Alicia ROHAN Year 5 / 5C
Mealii MATAUPU Year 5 / 5C
Aliana BALLA Year 5 / 5B
Holly MICALLEF Year 5 / 5C
Vice Captain
Virote HENG Year 5 / 5A
Rohan PATEL Year 5 / 5B
Yasas DE FONSEKA
Year 5 / 5A
Nipun KULKARNI Year 5/ 5B
The school uniform is outlined below: Girls Blue and white check dress - A line design / white collar Navy Blue Pinafore Maroon Windcheater Navy skorts Sky blue polo shirt, long or short sleeved Sky blue skivvy Navy or White socks Black school shoes / sneakers (can be white) Navy blue bucket hat / Navy blue slouch hat Maroon / Sky blue bomber jacket Navy blue track pants Navy blue elastic waist pants Navy shorts Navy / maroon scarf Navy / maroon beanies Year Six student special uniform Boys Navy blue shorts - knit fabric or traditional Sky blue polo shirt / short or long sleeved Sky blue skivvy Maroon Windcheater Maroon/Sky blue bomber jacket White socks / navy socks Black school shoes / sneakers (can be white) Navy blue bucket hat / Navy blue wide brimmed hat Navy blue track pants Navy blue elastic waist pants Navy blue shorts Navy / maroon scarf Navy / maroon beanies Year Six student special uniform
I am asking for feedback please re: leggings. At assembly last Friday, I stated that leggings are not mentioned in the school uniform policy but a number of students are wearing them. Since announcing this, I have received feedback from parents regarding the wearing of leggings. Please keep an eye out on the school Facebook page as we will soon post a poll to gauge your views. With your input school council will then make a decision. Thank you in anticipation of your input. Student Accident Insurance Each year I remind our school community that the Department of Education and Training does not cover the cost of student accidents. However there are some companies who can offer you inexpensive student accident insurance if you wish to cover your children while they are at school. Use the following web address to find a sample of insurance company links on our school website. http://www.kilberryps.vic.edu.au/page/106/Other-Publications Or simply google ‘student accident insurance’ for a wider search for a suitable company that offers what you require. We do not recommend any particular company for insurance purposes. I also inform you that the Department of Education and Training does not hold insurance for personal property brought to schools and it has no capacity to pay for any loss or damage to such property.
Bike/Scooter Smart Pledge I remind you that all students from years 3 to 6 are able to ride their bikes or scooters to school but must complete a Bike/Scooter Smart Pledge before commencing to do so. These can be collected from the office or Mrs Newport (Monday to Wednesday). If you have already signed a pledge last year, you do not need to sign a new one. This outlines the expectations we require to ensure a safe passage to and from school for our students. No student in year Prep to 2 should be riding a bike or scooter to school unless under strict parental supervision at all times. This is a safety factor with the high level of traffic in the area. A huge concern also is the development of the students’ judgement and peripheral vision to safely negotiate the road issues they will face each day. Car Parks – Staff Only!! I remind you that the two school car parks, in the school grounds with gates on Kilberry Boulevard and Warana Drive are for STAFF USE ONLY. It is too dangerous to allow cars to be moving in and out during school time and at drop off and pick up times. So please do not enter these areas at any time - for the safety of your children. General Courtesy Obeying the Road Rules around the School Precinct For your children’s safety I begin the year with a plea for your consideration and cooperation in ensuring you follow the road rules and display courtesy at all times when parking or driving around the school. Pick Up and Drop Off times are very busy in any school but as we have almost 500 families there will be a lot of traffic. I suggest you park a street or two away and have a stroll on a nice day with your children.
When parking in the surrounding streets, it is imperative that you also follow the parking regulations and rules. We must honour the local residents with courtesy also. We have tremendous neighbours around the school so please do not park in their driveways, on nature strips and ensure you obey the parking regulations in place. There are ‘No Standing’ signs in the area that must be obeyed. I remind you that the drop off spots at the front of the school in Kilberry Boulevard have a ‘No Parking’ sign that means that you cannot leave your car and come into the school ground. You must stay with your car.
Absence Notifications If your child is absent from school, it is essential that you ring the school office on 9702 8688 on the morning of the absence. We would also appreciate a note with the student on the day they return to school. You are aware that current regulations state we must contact you if there is an unexplained absence. So save us a message and you the embarrassment of a text by letting the office know any time your child is absent. I thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. We are off to a great start … let’s keep it going. Have a great week and keep smiling! Neil Cunningham Principal
WEEKLY SPECIALIST AWARDS
DIGITAL TECH 2C
1st Jan to 3rd Feb 2019
GRADE NAME
Prep A Moosa
Prep B Veki
Prep C Ioannis
Prep D Billy
2A Izac
2B Jiaxin
2C Aleeah
2D Ayvah
4C Ruby
4D Alizey
5A Valerie
5B Summer
5C Mark
6A Justin
6B Amber
Haniya 0B Ali 0B Israa 0B Sophia 0C Leah 0C Gabi 0D Tanveer Singh 0D Simra 0D Ava 0D Henry 0D Sophia 1A Hayley 1A Sanela Nihansi 1C Aleksandra 1C Ali Sina 1C Nassar 1C Chenuth 2A Satvik 2B Bivon 2C Anushree 2C Casey 2D Lucas 2D Trayan 3A Alex 3A Sophia 3A Tamim 3A Aayan 3B Keilana 3C Aleksandra 3C Sahar 3C Suhaani 3D Rachel 3D Naheed 3D Jack 3D Halicia 3D
Jan 4A Zoe 4A Chandler 4A Lachlan 4B Muzamil-Khan 4B Vivaan 4C Blake 4C Lutfullah 4C Maisum 4C Oliver 4D Emma 4D Ali 4D Nathalee 4D Abhi 4D Heera 5A Katiana 5A Cody 5B Ayush 5B Jayden 5B Hassam 5B Haru 5C Nelson 6A Dhiren 6A Bansari 6A Isaac 6B Raymond 6B Michael 6B Zohal 6B Annleyah 6B Connor 6B Zack 6D Noah 6D Carrar 6D Isabella 6D Murtaza 6D
OUR FOCUS THIS FORTNIGHT:
Being a Good Friend
Sharing
Cooperating
Including others
RESPECT
VALUES @ KVPS 2019
CANTEEN NEWS
TERM 1 - Summer Specials
MAGNIFICANT MONDAY $5.50 Chicken Nuggets and Salad Homemade Mini muffin
Water
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY $5.50 Chicken Tender Wrap (Lettuce and Mayo)
Homemade Mini Muffin Water
For Term 1 ONLY the canteen will be open at recess for snacks & Ice-creams on THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS.
Senior Cross country 9.15 - 11am (Grade 3-6)
Junior Cross Country 12.20pm—2pm (Prep - Grade 2)
2019 Breakfast Club
Breakfast Club will start FRIDAY 1st March 2019.
Each FRIDAY there will be FREE toast for all students Time: 8:30- 8:55am Day: FRIDAY mornings Place: Gym Cost: FREE for all students (first piece) 10c for all additional meals
We are always looking for parent helpers. If you have a current WWCC (Working With Childrens Check) and would like
to help us out on FRIDAY Mornings please contact Miss Taffe in the Gym.
(Please note that this is a non profit program- all money collected is spent on buying items for our Breakfast Club)
PEANUT ALLERGIES: Unfortunately we are unable to offer Breakfast Club to
children with nut allergies. Although we do not serve ‘nut foods’, we cannot guarantee that our kitchen is
complete ‘Nut Free Zone’. Thank you for your understanding.
2019 SUMMER MENU
TOAST WITH VEGEMITE, JAM OR HONEY
BOWL OF VITA BRITS CEREAL
BOWL OF CHERIOS CEREAL
MILK DRINK
FRUIT CUP
FIRST SERVE IS FREE AND ANY ADDITIONAL SERVINGS ARE 10c
KILBERRY VALLEY NOTICES SENT HOME
The following notices have been sent home to families
and require your prompt attention: GRADE 6 -JUMPERS/T-SHIRTS/JACKET Orders due by Monday 11th February 2019. GRADE 4 - WERRIBEE OPEN RANGE ZOO Please return consent form by Friday 8th March. Cost $38.50
Students who do not return consent forms and
payments by the closing date for incursions excursions will not be able to participate in the activity.
We would appreciate your support and co-operation with these matters. Thank you.
LATE PAYMENTS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED
Kilberry Valley Primary School ADVERTISING
Please Note: The Department of Education and Training
does not endorse the products or services of any private advertisers. No responsibility is accepted by
DET for accuracy of information.
PARENT REMINDERS
LATE PASSES If your child is late to school they must sign in at the office to receive a late pass to give to their teacher.
EARLY LEAVERS If you need to collect your child before the end of school, please do not go straight to the class-room. They must be signed out at the office, then you will be given an Early Leavers pass to give to the teacher.
Important
TERM 1
25th February District Swimming Carnival 18th March Grade 6 Leaders ‘Halogen Foundation leadership Day’ 20th March - 22nd March Grade 5 Camp - Mill Valley Ranch 25th March Whole school Photo’s 26th March Grade 3 & 4 - AFL 9’s 28th March Grade 4 - Werribee Zoo
Please help our Breakfast Club!
Last year at the KVPS Breakfast Club we served over 2000 FREE meals.
These numbers demonstrate the popularity and need for this program amongst our community. It is a wonderful chance for students and families
to socialise and make a healthy start to their day.
In order for our Breakfast Club volunteers to continue to offer this essential service we are asking for a donation of 1 food item
from each family at KVPS.
If you could be kind enough to send 1 jar of jam to school we would be extremely grateful. The most popular Jams amongst the students are
raspberry and strawberry jam, however any flavour is greatly appreciated.
Please note this donation is optional and only one item per family is required. Every FRIDAY there will be FREE toast for all students Time: 8:30- 8:55am Day: FRIDAY mornings Place: Gym Cost: FREE
We are always looking for parent helpers. If you have a current WWCC (Working With Childrens Check) and would
like to help us out on FRIDAY Mornings please contact Miss Taffe in the Gym.
To help create a sustainable environment Kilberry Valley Primary School has gone
wrapper free EVERYDAY!
What does it look like?
A “wrapper free” lunch box is one that has no plastic wrappers or rubbish that goes to landfill. Use re-useable containers and re-use snap lock bags to build a healthy and rubbish free lunch box. And remember, fruit scraps are not included as rubbish! Kilberry Valley Primary School has a composting program to reduce landfill and to educate students about sustainability.
WRAPPER
FREE
Issue 1 out now.
Orders close Friday 15th March
Cash orders to the school
Credit card orders online via www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP
CHANGE OF CLOTHING FOR STUDENTS
We would like to remind parents to provide a change of clothing in children’s
school bags—preferably some clean underwear, track suit pants,
windcheater, shorts or a dress.
This is handy for ALL children in ALL grade levels .
We ask for your co-operation with this matter as our Sick Bay is unable to cope
with the large volume of people requiring changes of clothing.
One of our children in the school community is receiving medical
treatment which puts them at serious risk if they are exposed to
infectious illnesses, in particular: Chicken -Pox, Measles,
Mumps or Shingles.
It is also important that while your child is unwell they remain at home until they
are no longer contagious. Please let us know immediately by calling
the school office on 9702 8688.
As a school community we value your support in relation to the wellbeing of
all our students.
Any parent who wishes to help out in
our classrooms or on excursions, must provide a current Working With Childrens Card (WWCC) to the office.
On the day you come to assist, please come
through the office and sign in using the visitors kiosk you will be given a “Classroom helper Privacy Agreement” to read and sign.
Please ensure you bring your Working With
Childrens Card with you, to display in our lanyard, which you will wear while in the
classroom or on excursions.
If your child is absent from school, please ring the office on 9702 8688
before 9.30am on the morning of the absence or notify us by e-mail
THANK YOU
